Thirukkural (Tamil: “Sacred Couplets”) also called Kural, is a classic Tamil text written by Thiruvalluvar.
- Thirukkural contains 1,330 couplets (Kurals) arranged into 133 chapters, with 10 couplets in each chapter. It is broadly divided into three sections:
- Aram (Virtue): Deals with morality, righteous conduct, compassion, self-discipline and domestic as well as ascetic virtues.
- Porul (Wealth/Polity): Discusses governance, kingship, administration, justice, ministers, diplomacy, warfare, agriculture and social life.
- Inbam (Love): Deals with love and emotional relationships.
Source: The Indian Express